CBSE Class 12 Board Exam: Format Guide & Practice Tests
English Core plus four or five stream subjects (e.g. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Accountancy, History). February–April.
- 25 practice tests
- Format explained
- Printable answer keys
At a glance
| Who takes it | Class 12 |
|---|---|
| Subjects | English Core plus four or five stream subjects (e.g. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Accountancy, History) |
| When | February–April |
| Format |
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| Does it count? | Used for university admission alongside entrance tests such as CUET, JEE and NEET. |
| Official information | cbse.gov.in |
Practice tests in this format
🔢 Mathematics
🧲 Physics
⚗️ Chemistry
🧬 Biology
📖 English Core
All questions and passages are original and written for Pagine to match the published curriculum. Pagine is not affiliated with any government, ministry, department of education, exam board or assessment body. Not official tests.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CBSE Class 12 Board Exam?
English Core plus four or five stream subjects (e.g. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Accountancy, History). February–April. Used for university admission alongside entrance tests such as CUET, JEE and NEET.
What is the format?
About half of each paper is competency-based (case-based, source-based and application questions), with MCQs and descriptive answers. Science subjects include 30 marks of practical work.
How should students prepare?
Take one practice test to find strengths and gaps, review the skill breakdown, practise the weaker skills, then try another test a week later. Read every day and talk about what you read.
Are these the official exam papers?
All questions and passages are original and written for Pagine to match the published curriculum. Pagine is not affiliated with any government, ministry, department of education, exam board or assessment body. Not official tests. Official information is linked on this page.